2019 Best Schools in Grafton CountyAbout this List

Hanover High School

• SAU 70, NH
• 9-12
• 106

Sophomore: Hanover High School gives you 110% of what you put into it. If you know how to self-advocate and manage your time well, HHS can be heaven. If you let yourself be caught up in the flow of Ivy League-bound robots, it can become your own personal hell. The teachers run from pretty bad to life-changingly wonderful, with extremely strong English, language, and math programs. Social studies and the sciences are a very mixed bag as far as how much you will enjoy your time in and out of the classroom, but each teacher is passionate about his or her field.
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• A+

• 750 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Holderness School

• Private School
• Holderness, NH
• 9-12
• 41

Senior: I am currently a senior at Holderness School, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. From the Outback program (11-day winter camping trip) to my senior thesis project I have been able to learn a lot about not only myself but others as well. Learning at Holderness is unique and that students get to study topics more in dept through discussion-based learning and push for students to present their thoughts in the classroom. This has lead students to find what they are passionate about and what they want to study in college. My favourite part about Holderness has been apart of the close-knit community. With only 280 you get to know everyone, allowing the students to get to know people they usually wouldn't be friends with and for no cliques. On Saturday nights the whole student body is doing something together whether that be sleding or at the headmaster's house for brownies.
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• A+

• 281 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Frances C. Richmond School

• SAU 70, NH
• 6-8
• 2

Middle School Student: Most of the teachers here are very good and know what they are doing. Although the 6th graders from Hanover come to the school one year earlier than the Norwich kids, the school does a very good job of making sure the kids bond by the end of the year. By graduation, it's hard to tell who's from where.
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• A+

• 373 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The White Mountain School

• Private School
• Bethlehem, NH
• 9-12
• 2

Parent: The White Mountain School is a wonderful, caring, connected, and diverse learning community. Set in a beautiful location, the school is well equipped to offer unique sports such as mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, and skiing. Independent types who enjoy a thoughtful curriculum and an opportunity to explore new places will enjoy both the small class size as well as the field courses that allow students to engage with the world. The school is small enough to enable students to know all fellow students and staff, but large enough in its thinking to create positive extra-curricular options such as robotics, organic gardening, photography club, etc. A wonderful place that helps students develop the skills they will need to thrive in college. Adjusting to the boarding environment can be challenging, but the staff is always approachable and welcoming when it comes to ensuring student well-being. Thanks White Mountain...!
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• A+

• 125 Students
• 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bernice A. Ray School

• Public School
• Hanover, NH
• K-5
• 6

Niche User: I love the traditions. My kids love being challenged
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• A+

• 464 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lafayette Regional School

• Public School
• Franconia, NH
• K-6

• A

• 118 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wentworth Elementary School

• Public School
• Wentworth, NH
• K-8

• A

• 58 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westshire Elementary School

• Rivendell Interstate School District, NH
• PK, K-4
• 1

Parent: My son had a terrific experience starting with 2 yrs in the awesome preK through graduation from 4th grade. Westshire has all the benefits of a small school, yet, as part of a larger PK-12 district, it offers opportunities usually found only at larger schools. The teachers were masters at keeping the learning fun while meeting each child’s individual needs. My son entered kindergarten already reading. As the teacher met with him over lunch one day a week, he become a fluent reader and discovered the joys of chapter books. Meanwhile the teacher’s expert mix of literacy center games, phonic support through the Fundations curriculum, and a full immersion in quality literature had every child reading by the end of kindergarten. By 3rd grade they were ALL reading at grade level. My son loved making rockets, learning about wildlife, and playing sports in the afterschool program. As a mom who often has to work long hours, the late bus was a huge help as well.
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• A-

• 104 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lyme Elementary School

• Lyme School District, NH
• K-8

• A-

• 203 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lebanon Middle School

• Lebanon School District, NH
• 5-8

• A-

• 469 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Profile Senior High School

• Profile School District, NH
• 9-12
• 46

Senior: I moved to Bethlehem in March of my 7th grade year! I was coming from Waterboro Maine. I went to Massabesic Middle School where I had 400 kids in my grade, to having 50 in my grade at Profile. It was tremendously different! While I was transitioning into a new environment the staff at Profile was so welcoming! As well as the culture at the school, I felt at home by the first week! Now, coming up to my senior year I’m going to miss Profile so much. The teachers understand what kids these days have to deal with and they work with students so they get the most out of the curriculum. Sports are so much fun at Profile, even if we don’t have football, or fieldhockey we still have such great support by the community during our seasons!
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• A-

• 143 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Russell Elementary School

• Public School
• Rumney, NH
• K-8

• A-

• 99 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lisbon Regional Middle School

• Lisbon Regional School District, NH
• 7-8
• 2

Parent: My children had an experience in middle school at Lisbon Regional. The core teachers challenged them academically and my children were able to broaden their experiences through the allied arts classes. They both participated in band and the youngest participated in chorus also.
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• A-

• 81 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hanover Street School

• Lebanon School District, NH
• PK, K-4

• B+

• 380 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lebanon High School

• Lebanon School District, NH
• 9-12
• 116

Niche User: I had a great time here with all of my friends and my teachers. My classes were challenging because they were high level classes, but they were never super frustrating. I particularly enjoyed my AP Bio class and my Anatomy/Physiology class because we covered a lot of interesting topics in cell and human biology. Besides science, though, I was also interested in studio art so I joined Art Club as well. It was great meeting other artists at the club because we could always bounce ideas between each other!
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• B+

• 611 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bridgewater-Hebron Village School

• Newfound Area School District, NH
• PK, K-5

• B+

• 132 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Profile Junior High School

• Profile School District, NH
• 7-8
• 3

• B+

• 76 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plymouth Elementary School

• Public School
• Plymouth, NH
• PK, K-8

• B+

• 427 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Hampton Community School

• Newfound Area School District, NH
• K-5

• B+

• 118 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plymouth Regional High School

• Public School
• Plymouth, NH
• 9-12
• 90

Alum: I loved Plymouth Regional High School! Overall, everyone - students, teachers, and other faculty - was amazing and welcoming. I played a few sports and joined many clubs (e.g., theater, yearbook committee, school magazine, book club, and others), and I always had a lot of fun. I met a lot of kind people who helped me become my best self during high school and even continue to help me even though I've graduated and have attended college for two years. Shout out to Mr. Sutherland!
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• B+

• 675 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mt. Lebanon School

• Lebanon School District, NH
• PK, K-4
• 2

Parent: Couldn't ask for a better school for my son! Teachers and administration are friendly, accommodating and very caring for every child and their family! The resources they provide for students and parents is amazing and the fact its done immediately as soon as a concern is raised is reassuring. Every Friday morning they host..."Morning Sing" all students and their families invited, great way for families to be involved with school as a whole. Not to mention the amazing talent and diverse performances by the students!!! Mt. Leb Lions ROCK!!!
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• B+

• 223 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Piermont Village School

• Public School
• Piermont, NH
• PK, K-8
• 1

Parent: My children have had ups and downs at Piermont Village School. At times I was disappointed that when they struggled it seemed that the teachers didn't put forth effort to help them do better, with the exception of the Reading Specialist. Since then we have gotten some new teachers who are full of excitement about teaching and watching the kids grow and achieve success. Piermont is a wonderful school but it is small so there are limitations. Sports are often co-ed but I like that as it lets the kids learn to play with different abilities and I think makes the girls more aggressive. Parents need to step up their involvement. The PTO was revived and was very active for a while but now it's dying again. Younger families need to get more involved. Area high schools are always welcoming of PVS students saying they are prepared, well mannered and overall good students/children.
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• B+

• 61 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Warren Village School

• Warren School District, NH
• PK, K-8

• B

• 77 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bethlehem Elementary School

• Public School
• Bethlehem, NH
• PK, K-6
• 1

• B

• 167 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Thornton Central School

• Public School
• Thornton, NH
• K-8
• 1

Parent: The teachers are very hands on and want to see the students succeed. They work hard but also get to have fun while doing it.
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• B

• 200 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio